Katrina Lauderdale, Criminal Defense Attorney in Linthicum, Maryland
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Litigation
Client Acquisition AttorneyatJC Law: The Law Offices of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates, LLC
Linthicum, MD
Practicing criminal defense in Linthicum since 2012.
- 14+
- Years practicing
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Katrina Lauderdale is a client acquisition attorney based in Linthicum, MD. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Litigation. Katrina has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at JC Law: The Law Offices of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates, LLC.
- Based in
- Linthicum, MD
- Experience
- over 14 years
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- Criminal Defense · Family Law · Litigation
- Handles Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Litigation matters from Linthicum, MD.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Katrina Lauderdale: Katrina Lauderdale is a client acquisition attorney based in Linthicum, MD. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Litigation. Katrina has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at JC Law: The Law Offices of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates, LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Katrina takes on
Katrina concentrates on criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Katrina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Litigation
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Criminal Defense cases in Linthicum, Maryland
Katrina takes criminal defense matters in Linthicum, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katrina agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Linthicum, Maryland
Katrina takes family law matters in Linthicum, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katrina agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Linthicum, Maryland
Katrina takes litigation matters in Linthicum, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katrina agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Katrina Lauderdale — criminal defense lawyer in Linthicum
Katrina Lauderdale is a client acquisition attorney based in Linthicum, MD. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Litigation. Katrina has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at JC Law: The Law Offices of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates, LLC.
Before joining JC Law, Katrina spent the first several years of her legal career focusing primarily on person injury law and civil litigation. She then transitioned to a position in a non-profit organization where she assisted pro se litigants with navigating the legal system. She also spent several years as a member of the Appointed Attorney program, representing indigent defendants at their initial appearance hearings.
Katrina graduated from George Washington University with degrees in Criminal Justice and Journalism. She earned her J.D. from the University of Baltimore School of Law. With over twelve years of legal experience, Katrina knows how to aggressively advocate for her clients while ensuring that each client receives the attention and compassion that they deserve.
Professional Associations
• Anne Arundel County Bar Association
Working with Katrina on a criminal defense matter
Before joining JC Law, Katrina spent the first several years of her legal career focusing primarily on person injury law and civil litigation. She then transitioned to a position in a non-profit organization where she assisted pro se litigants with navigating the legal system. She also spent several years as a member of the Appointed Attorney program, representing indigent defendants at their…
Clients Katrina works with
Katrina reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, family law, and litigation matters in Linthicum and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Baltimore School of Law
J.D. Magna · 2011
George Washington University
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Katrina's state bar admissions
Maryland
2012 · ACTIVE
Katrina studied at J.D. Magna in University of Baltimore School of Law and B.A. in George Washington University.
Law school and academic background
Katrina completed J.D. Magna in University of Baltimore School of Law and B.A. in George Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Katrina runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Katrina Lauderdale's office in Linthicum
Katrina's primary office is at 999 Corporate Boulevard, Suite 100, Linthicum, MD, 21090. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
JC Law: The Law Offices of James E. Crawford, Jr. & Associates, LLC
999 Corporate Boulevard, Suite 100
Linthicum, MD 21090
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How to hire Katrina Lauderdale — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Katrina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Katrina charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katrina's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Katrina will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Linthicum, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Katrina
Katrina discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Katrina confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Katrina's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Katrina Lauderdale
How much does it cost to hire Katrina for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Katrina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Katrina offer a free consultation?
Katrina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katrina's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Katrina's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Katrina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Katrina take my case if I'm outside Linthicum?
Katrina is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Katrina will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Katrina?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Katrina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Katrina accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Katrina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Linthicum, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland
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